friendly guard dogs?

Question

My family will be getting a dog for when we move to our new house. Since were Muslim the dog has to be some type of dog that can offer protection (we can't have small purse dogs). I've never really spent much time around dogs expect for going over to my friends houses and their dogs would just bark at me. I also have young siblings so the dog would need to be able to get along with them. i need to find a friendly dog that can also be a good guard dog or atleast look intimidating. I've been thinking about either a Siberian Husky or German Shepherd. Does anyone have any tips? Oh and tips on how to bond with the dog would be great.


Ps:we have a decent size yard with a large fence
Im available to take the dog in jogs and walks

Answer 1

The only way you can be 100% certain the dog would be able to protect you is if you buy a Personal Protection Dog, these are professionally bred, selected and trained for this work. The most common breeds I've seen in this type of work are German Shepherd Dogs (working line which is completely different to a regular "pet" GSD), Doberman Pinschers and Cane Corso's, quite a few also use Belgian Malinois' but not for "pet" homes. Even though these breeds are commonly used in this line of work don't expect of you go and buy any random one it will protect you because that is extremely unlikely especially for pet quality dogs

Answer 2

No such thing as friendly "Guard dog".

Guard dogs are dogs that act on their own initiative and will attack anyone who is in their opinion, suspect, whether friend or foe.

As Dutch says....what you are seeking is a Personal protection dog which will cost you anything from £6,000 to £30,000 depending on the level of training it has received.

You cannot just buy a dog/pup and expect it to protect you.

Not many dogs have the courage and the drives to fully protect and if threatened will turn tail and run or hide. FACT.

Most large dogs are a good deterrent to the average trouble maker as they will bark and put on an aggressive show as long as the trouble maker keeps their distance. That is NOT protection though.

Siberian Huskies are people friendly and do not make very good deterrents. A Gsd will bark and look fierce but the average pet Gsd does not have the drives and courage to be a personal protection dog.

Its a myth that a pet dog will protect its owner and that is why many women have been raped or even murdered while their large dog stood by and watched.

A myth:http://thehyperpup.com/tired-myth-1-my-dog-is-protecting-me-when-he-barks-and-lunges-at-other-dogs-or-people/



More info:http://jonric.hubpages.com/hub/So-you-think-you-want-a-Guard-Dog

Answer 3

Find what motivates your dog. Some dogs do anything for food. Some dogs do anything for Toys. Some do anything for a good petting. Some do anything for only one type of food, like cheese, or hotdog. Some only have interest in training for 5 minutes at a time, and others can go for an hour. Figure out what your dog is willing to work for, and then work with her in sessions that are no longer than she can tolerate. How to train your dog properly https://tr.im/zLXs2



Sign up for a dog obedience training class. It will not train your dog. It will give you training on how you can train your dog. Most people understand the idea of training, but there is a right and a wrong way to do it, and there is good and bad technique. Timing and consistency is very important, and it helps to have feedback of someone watching you who can help you improve your technique to get more efficient results with your dog.



However, she may be somewhat anxious around other dogs, sort of like the shy kid on the playground. She will benefit from continuing what you are doing as far as asking her to sit before entering, but there are more things along those lines that will help her to calmly go in and out of the dog park. She may also benefit from going in short bursts, or only when fewer dogs are present, or avoiding times when other dogs that make her nervous are present. Maybe she just plays loud - my brother's dog is this way - or maybe she is a dogpark bully - sorry it is possible. But more likely she is just a little anxious around new dogs and she wants to play but just doesn't quite know how to do that and still feel comfortable. Don't be surprised if your dog does not actually like the dog park, and maybe she would get more enjoyment and less stress out of simply going for a good walk somewhere else.



A wagging tail does not mean that your dog is happy or even comfortable with the situation. It means your dog is emotionally aroused. This could be a happy arousal, or it could be a nervous arousal, or it could be an aggressive arousal. Go youtube it, there are plenty of videos of 'vicious' dogs who are throwing a very aggressive fit of barking and snarling while their tail is wagging vigorously. Even police dogs who are not let off the leash to chase down a suspect can be lunging and barking and snarling, and their tails are still going.

Answer 4

Unless the dog will be in the house (no matter what you get), don't get a dog. They are PETS and belong in the house with the family. Most dogs will bark to warn strangers but you certainly do NOT want a "guard" dog that is to be living outside all the time.

Answer 5

I would go with a Leonberger

Breed Origin: Germany

Breed Group: Working

99 to 169 pounds

28.5 to 33.5 inches

8-9 years



The Leonberger is a breed of large dog. The breed's name derives from the city of Leonberg in Baden-Württemberg, Germany. According to legend, the Leonberger was ostensibly bred as a 'symbolic dog' that would mimic the lion in the town crest. It is in the Working Group for dog shows.



Temperament

First and foremost a family dog, the Leonberger's temperament is one of his most important and distinguishing characteristics. Well socialized and trained, the Leonberger is self assured, insensitive to noise, submissive to family members, friendly toward children, well composed with passersby, and self-disciplined when obliging his family or property with protection. Robust, loyal, intelligent, playful, and kindly, he can thus be taken anywhere without difficulty and adjust easily to a variety of circumstances.



Other good dogs: German Shepherd, Bullmastiff, Karakachan.

Answer 6

"the dog has to be some type of dog that can offer protection"



Not going to happen unless you buy a dog fully trained in that aspect. The ones capable of such work are exceptional animals, not every day pets. Huskies aren't used. Nearly all German Shepherds are useless in protection.

Answer 7

I would suggest a pit bull because my aunt and uncle have two who are absolutely sweet. While "pit bull" is a generic term for a wide group of dogs, and carries a very negative connotation, pit bulls can make some of the best family dogs. However, if that puts you on edge, I would suggest a border collie, or other shepherd dog, especially if you have never had a dog before because they are more apt to obey. I have a three dogs, two of which are German Shepherd mixes, and the third is a border collie. They are excellent guard dogs, as well as companions. Make sure you walk your dog daily, and train him/her. While it can be a challenge, training your dog is very rewarding for you and the dog. Good Luck!

Answer 8

You have WAY WAY WAY too much to learn about dogs and dog training to think you can have a 'friendly guard dog' If you allow a natural instinct without the basic training then you will have a dog that will bite..... anyone.



Allowing a dog to bark if it sees anyone is as far as you should allow.

Answer 9

german shepherd should be good - huskys can be very hard to train look in to them thoroughly and dont just get them for the looks like most people. There are to many dogs that will fit your purpose to list. Bonding with dogs is easy give them food, protection and love when puppys and as they grow they will protect you also (obviously keep feeding them though lol and loving them). You really need to start researching different breeds on the net and also by asking people with experience with dogs. People here will tell you to get this or that for whatever reason but you need to find one that fits your life and that you like. If you havent owned dogs before make sure you invest in puppy training schools to learn the basics of training and owning a dog - dogs that have the ability to guard and protect obviously have the ability to hurt people also, so you want to make sure you know what your doing for yourselves and dont try to teach the dog to guard or protect it will only make your dog bad - training a dog to guard etc... is for professionals to do for professional reasons. Nearly all of any of the dogs that are known to be good guard dogs in a family situation will just naturally guard your home and your/the dogs family with it naturally. Dont listen to people like dutch unplugged everyone i knows dog guards their house and family naturally maybe he is just disappointed that he happened to be the unlucky one whos dog didn't or something. With all my dogs and friends, familys dogs etc.. (with bigger breeds) every single one of them will protect the house and them from intruders or danger ??? I cant understand where dutch unplugged comes from??? My 3 favourite dog breeds for both a good family pet and guarding are english mastiffs, red or blue heelers and american staffordshire terriers - all have been equally good in my experience and each had their own better points - the mastiff been huge was probably the most off putting to an intended intruder also they are highly unlikely to bite unless needed, its bad side it liked to sleep to much. The heelers the smartest guard dog as in knew the best what to and not to bark at and also equally if not more loyal than the amstaff - bad side to these where they are hard to read as in dont seem like they will bite an intruder through their body language so some stupid thieves think they can jump the fence as the dogs barking but its wagging its tail but they will they bite an intruder they just dont show the obvious signs that most thieves are to dumb to realise american staffs ive had good side is you can guarantee they will die protecting you, have a mean bark and intruders know they mean business and they are super fast and hard to stop, but I found them hard teaching them what is and is not worth/ok to bark at. So ive found the perfect mix a heeler with an amstaff (american staffy). The heeler has the brains, the staffy has the 'put off' factor to intruders - and both are super loyal and you can guarantee they will do the business needed in a bad situation or die trying if ever needed. Anyway im half cut and starting to ramble on and hopefully ive made some sense, so start doing some research there are heaps of dogs that will suit your purpose.

Answer 10

By "friendly gaurd dog" I'm guessing you mean friendly to you and your family but not to strangers.

Well.. I think a Boxer would be good for you and your family....boxers are very playful,energetic,loyal, intelligent dogs...and VERY protective of there family!! There great with kids all ages and other animals....my boxer is the nicest sweetest dog ever..but if she don't know you or like or you put me or my family in danger...she will be your worst enemy!!!

Answer 11

A stuffed one



Since you are going to throw the dog outside due to an imaginary man that lives in the clouds don't get a dog.

Answer 12

What you are describing is called a Personal Protection Dog...not guard dog. It will most commonly be a German Shepherd, You purchase it fully trained. $20,000 and up. They are social, easy to handle, no need to give commands, will get along with other pets, etc...